pendant

/ˈpɛnd(ə)nt/noun
Middle School
1

A supporting post attached to the main rafter.

2

A piece of jewellery which hangs down as an ornament, especially worn on a chain around the neck.

3

The dangling part of an earring.

4

A short rope hanging down, used to attach hooks for tackles; a pennant.

5

One of a pair; a counterpart.

6

The stem and ring of a watch, by which it is suspended.

7

A lamp hanging from the roof.

8

An ornament of wood or of stone hanging downwards from a roof.

9

A long narrow flag at the head of the principal mast in a royal ship.

10

An appendix or addition, as to a book.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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